1PSQ
169 Macquarie Street,
Parramatta, Sydney NSW 2150 ASP2017 will be held at Western Sydney University's flagship Parramatta City Campus, set in the Parramatta Square precinct and redevelopment. The campus boasts a highly integrated space including retail, student services, teaching studios and function spaces spread over 10 levels. |
Getting to 1PSQ
The Parramatta City Campus is easily accessible by public transport, as the Parramatta Transport Interchange is less than 100 metres from the campus' doorstep. Buses, trains and taxis can all be caught from the Interchange.
Opal card
Travel by public transport in NSW requires an Opal card. Opal cards are rechargable, and can be used on any mode of public transport by tapping your card onto the Opal reader as you enter and exit the station or vehicle. As you tap off your card will be charged with the appropriate fare and your remaining balance will be displayed on the reader. Opal cards can be purchsed from outlets located around Sydney. Single trip tickets can be purchased at some stations, but tapping on and off is still required.
Planning trips by train, bus or ferry can be easily completed using the Transport NSW Trip Planner, or the Opal Travel app for Apple iOS or Android.
Train and Bus
Parramatta has rail links to most major suburban centres in Sydney, with a 30 minute trip to the centre of Sydney City. Visitors arriving from Sydney Airport can get to Parramatta via Central station in under an hour.
The best way to get around Parramatta once you arrive is to catch the free Parramatta shuttle bus. It completes a 25 minute loop around Parramatta everyday, including weekends. For buses into and out of Parramatta visit the Transport NSW website.
Taxi
Taxi zones are located throughout Parramatta, or your hotel concierge can arrange one for you.
The contact details of local companies are listed below;
Taxis Combined, ph: 133 300 www.taxiscombined.com.au
Premier Cabs, ph: 131 017 www.premiercabs.com.au
Silver Service, ph: 133 100 www.silverservice.com.au
Parking
While parking in Parramatta City is limited, ample parking is available at Parramatta North Campus for a small fee. Pay and Display parking permits can be purchased from permit machines on campus. The City and South campuses are connected to the North campus by a free shuttle bus service provided by Western Sydney University. The WSU shuttle bus stops at all three Parramatta campuses; City (1PSQ), and the North and South campuses. On weekdays estimated time between buses is 15 minutes, with services running between 6:30am and 11:00pm. This service is available for individuals attending the university for bsiness related purposes with permission from WSU. Visit the WSU Shuttle Bus page for more details, and for updated shuttle bus timetables.
For more visitor information about Parramatta City ring the Visitor Centre 1300 889 714, or visit Discover Parramatta
International Travellers
Visa Options
The passport which you hold determines whether you are eligible to apply online, or need to lodge a paper based application.
Depending on your eligibility, you may be able to apply for one of the following visas:
If you are planning to visit Australia to participate in a business event such as a conference, trade fair or seminar or expo, and you are not being paid by an organiser for your participation in the event, you may be eligible for an ETA (subclass 601), eVisitor visa (subclass 651) or Visitor (Business Stream) visa (subclass 600), as long as you:
See: www.border.gov.au/Trav/Visi/Visi
Visa Options
The passport which you hold determines whether you are eligible to apply online, or need to lodge a paper based application.
Depending on your eligibility, you may be able to apply for one of the following visas:
- Temporary Work (Short Stay Activity) visa (subclass 400)
- Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) (subclass 601)
- eVisitor visa (subclass 651)
- Visitor (Business Stream) visa (subclass 600).
- People involved in the organisation or delivery of the event
- Speakers, presenters or delegates who are being paid (including appearance fees) for their participation eg. professional motivational speakers or VIPs paid to attend as delegates
- A role/activity that would normally be remunerated
- Independent journalist, correspondent or reporter for an overseas news organisation who will not be taking part in film, television or other productions that will be broadcast in Australia
- Exhibitors engaged in retail activities (sale of goods or services directly to the general public).
If you are planning to visit Australia to participate in a business event such as a conference, trade fair or seminar or expo, and you are not being paid by an organiser for your participation in the event, you may be eligible for an ETA (subclass 601), eVisitor visa (subclass 651) or Visitor (Business Stream) visa (subclass 600), as long as you:
- do not work for or provide services to a business or organisation in Australia
- do not sell goods or services to the public
See: www.border.gov.au/Trav/Visi/Visi
Accomodation
Parramatta is home to a range of accomodation types to suit any budget including international standard hotels, serviced apartments, motels and even a bed and breakfast. Some of these options are listed below, all within a 10 minute walk to 1PSQ.
Please note the options are listed for your convenience. Contact the hotels directly for room availability and prices.
Please be aware hotel and accomodation terms and conditions vary from country to country. We encourage you to read the Terms and Conditions provided by each hotel prior to making your booking.
Parramatta is home to a range of accomodation types to suit any budget including international standard hotels, serviced apartments, motels and even a bed and breakfast. Some of these options are listed below, all within a 10 minute walk to 1PSQ.
Please note the options are listed for your convenience. Contact the hotels directly for room availability and prices.
Please be aware hotel and accomodation terms and conditions vary from country to country. We encourage you to read the Terms and Conditions provided by each hotel prior to making your booking.
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Parkroyal Parramatta 30 Phillip Street, Parramatta. Ph: 02 9689 3333 Choice of standard rooms and suites with amenities including fitness and recreation facilities, a pool, and a 24hr business centre. |
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Novotel Parramatta 350 Chruch Street, Parramatta Ph: 02 9630 4999 Located on Parramatta River, the Novotel has options for rooms with park or river views, pool ond gym facilities, parking and online check in. |
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Mantra Parramatta Cnr Parkes St & Valentine Ave, Parramatta Ph: 1300 987 604 Mantra Parramatta is a comfortable and affordable accomodation choice, offering studio, one and two bedroom apartments, with gym and pool facilities, and an in-house resturaunt and bar. |
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Astra Apartments Church Street, Parramatta Ph: 1300 797 321 These fully furnished, self-contained apartments are located next to Westfiled Shopping Centre and the transport interchange, and boast private balconies with views over Parramatta and out to Sydney city. |
